A Distance Learning Course is the ideal way to gain a qualification without having the worry of trying to fit your studies around your everyday life. You can complete your studies in your own time and we are on hand seven days a week to help you plan your future.

Course Description

The Distance Learning Health and Social Care Level 2 QCF course would be beneficial if you are planning on becoming a care provider. This course is one of our most popular and is ideal for anyone wanting to work in the health and social care sector or who are already employed in a care role.

Understanding the specific role of the care provider is important as it relates to a wide range of service users who require different degrees of care. This course helps you gain knowledge of the mental and physical support that service users require.

Students will cover many subjects including supporting individuals with specific communication needs, implementing person centred approached in health and social care and supporting individuals to eat and drink, to name but a few.

Previous Knowledge Required

You do not need any prior learning knowledge or experience to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone who wishes to take part in a highly rewarding home study course, although you would be expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.

Support

You will receive the entire package of course materials in a single dispatch together with dedicated Tutor Support for 12 months. All assignments are marked by one of our professional Tutors who will offer regular feedback and guide you through your course.

You will be provided with the telephone number for your dedicated Student Support Team who will be available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that you will receive unlimited support for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

Students will be required to complete a number of assignments. Your personal tutor will review, mark and provide you with feedback on your work. You will also need to complete a short multiple choice examination. Please note a work placement of 50 hours will be required.

You can enrol online today by either paying in full or taking advantage of our easy payment plan. The first instalment will be due one month following enrolment.

Payment Method

Version

Initial Payment

Monthly Instalment

Total Payable

Pay in Full

Paper

£395.00

Nil

£395.00

Instalment Option 1

Paper

£210.00

£66.25 X 4 months

£475.00

Instalment Option 2

Paper

£118.75

£118.75 X 3 months

£475.00

Please note the easy payment plan is not available to International Students.

Delivery costs are as follows:
UK - Free Delivery
Europe - £40.00
Rest of the World - £65.00
Payment of delivery charges will be required before dispatch of your course.

Modules

Students will be required to study 17 modules in order to achieve this programme.

The Units are as follows:

Unit 1: The role of health & social care worker

Unit 2: Introduction to communication in health and social care settings

Unit 3: Support individuals with specific communication needs

Unit 4: Implement person centred approaches in health & social care

Unit 5: Principles of safeguarding and protection in health & social care

Unit 6: Support individuals to eat and drink

Unit 7: Principles of infection prevention and control

Unit 8: Causes & spread of infection

Unit 9: Cleaning, decontamination and waste management

Unit 10: Move & position individuals in accordance with their plan of care

Unit 11: Support individuals to meet personal care needs

Unit 12: Contribute to the support of positive risk-taking for individuals

Unit 13: Handle information in health & social care settings

Unit 14: Contribute to health and safety in health and social care

Unit 15: Introduction to duty of care in health and social care settings

Unit 16: Introduction to equality and inclusion in health & social care

Unit 17: Introduction to personal development in health & social care

Awarding Organisation

Training Qualification UK are one of the newest, most dynamic awarding organisations in the industry, seeking to bring a fresh approach and excellent service to training providers, colleges and learners. They were recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in 2013, to offer qualifications on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

On successful completion of this qualification learners will be awarded a certificate of achievement by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK). This qualification has been accredited by TQUK and is listed on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) at Level 3. The qualification is promoted on Licence by Kendal Publishing Limited on behalf of NCC, who are an approved centre of TQUK.

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